Trying to backup iPhone 5 that is having screen issue.

Hi Folks,
iPhone 5, MAC iTunes 11.1.5 (5) version
iPhone having hardware issues. Trying to backup and try a restore but unable to get iTunes to accept iPhone.
iPhone screen is blackened. Itunes message pops up asking for response from iPhone to allow access but unable to view screen to respond to iTunes question. 
Any tips.
Thanks-Mike

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